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| Pakistan eases tariff on three Lankan commodities |
Boosting Lanka-Pakistan bilateral trade levels and cooperation and ahead of the next JEC meet, Pakistan has now eased tariffs on three Lankan commodities it directly imports from Sri Lanka.
“On behalf of Economic Development Minister Basil Rajapaksa, I thank the government of Pakistan for honoring... |
| 02.05.2013 - 11:51 |
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| Mr. Azath Salley Arrested |
Mr. Azath Salley, former Deputy Mayor of Colombo Municipal Council was arrested at his residence in Kolonnawa by the Criminal Investigations Division (CID) this morning.
According to reports, officers of the police Criminal Investigations Department (CID) and the Special Task Force carried out the... |
| 02.05.2013 - 10:35 |
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| Has Facebook reached its peak in the West? |
Independent analysts agree with the fact that Facebook, the world’s largest social network, has reached its peak in the developing countries.
In the US alone, according to the latest independent data, Facebook has lost more than six million visitors which is equivalent to a fall of nearly 4%. In th... |
| 02.05.2013 - 06:18 |
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By our special correspondent |
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| Dollar rains in Afghanistan but this time in backpacks! |
In the year after the invasion of Iraq, in 2003, 281 million 100 dollar notes weighing 263 tonnes were sent from New York to Baghdad for disbursement to Iraqi ministers and US contractors.
The deliveries took place once or twice a month with the biggest of $ 2,401,600,000 on June 22, 2004 six days... |
| 02.05.2013 - 01:05 |
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By S.H.Moulana - Riyadh. |
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| Kumaratunga in London for GLF AGM |
Former Sri Lanka President Chandrika Kumaratunga a member of the Global Leadership Foundation GLF is in London. Kumaratunga attended its AGM held on 25th April 2013 held at London’s Savill Court Hotel.
The current Chairman of GLF is Nobel Lauriat President F W de Klerk, he together with President N... |
| 01.05.2013 - 16:27 |
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| President presided over discussion on the development of Dambulla sacred area |
A Discussion was held about the implementation of Dambulla Sacred Area Development Plan, presided over by President Mahinda Rajapaksa, on Monday evening at the Temple Trees.
At this discussion the President has instructed the relevant officials to expedite development activities in the Dambulla... |
| 01.05.2013 - 02:54 |
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| The Volunteers’ New Generation |
On 22 March 13, I have observed a common but very encouraging phenomenon. A plethora of writings are present on motivational subjects, what inspired me to express my heartfelt happiness was a simple, shinning and contented smile on face of two sons of my unit hero, Major Ehsan (shaheed). Aarish and... |
| 01.05.2013 - 01:03 |
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By Major Muhammad Ijaz Khattak |
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| U.S. Support for Further Economic and Social Development in the East |
United States Ambassador to Sri Lanka Michele J. Sison opened a public market and a bus station in Pullumalai, Batticaloa on Monday April 29, helping enhance transportation and livelihood opportunities of local communities in the Eastern Province.
Built under a grant of $477,000 (60million rupees)... |
| 01.05.2013 - 00:42 |
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| A trip to Jaffna - a travelogue of a difference |
This is a story of a trip to Jaffna – a travelogue of a difference. The writer visted Jaffna for the first time to participate in a birthday celebrations of a friend Dr. N.Sivarajah, an important personality, well respected and honored. She narrates her experiences – which is something differen... |
| 30.04.2013 - 17:07 |
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By Shani Calyaneratne - Karunaratne |
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| U.S., Sri Lanka, and WHO Partner to Prevent Birth Defects |
The United States Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) partnered with the World Health Organization (WHO) and Sri Lanka Ministry of Health to conduct a National Consultation on Birth Defects Prevention and Control. in Colombo.
April 17-19. The workshop conducted in Colombo from April 17... |
| 30.04.2013 - 15:02 |
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| Mr.Ibrahim Ansar, New Sri Lankan High Commissioner Designate to Malaysia |
Mr.Ibrahim Ansar, has been appointed as the New Sri Lankan High Commissioner in Malaysia. He received his appointment letter from the President Mahinda Rajapaksa yestrday at the Temple Trees, Colombo.
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Mr.Ibrahim Ansar, High Commisswioner designate to Malaysia receiving appointme... |
| 30.04.2013 - 02:16 |
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| A Love story from Ceylon: The British Governor and the Rodi Dancer! |
Sir Thomas Maitland was assigned to Ceylon (Sri Lanka) as the British Governor during the period of 1805–1811. Governor Maitland was a 46 year old bachelor who decided to construct his country residence on a breathtaking beachfront property at "Galkissa" (Mount Lavinia). He was also known as "King... |
| 30.04.2013 - 01:09 |
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By Seyed Moulana - Riyadh |
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| Are we doing enough to protect right to clean air? |
Despite overwhelming evidence from around the world on positive health benefits of enforcing smoke-free policies, countries in South and South-East Asia are yet to achieve desired enforcement of smoke-free laws.
More political will and strategic programming are key elements of good smoke-free progr... |
| 30.04.2013 - 00:53 |
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Bobby Ramakant, Citizen News Service – CNS |
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| Kohima alived with “The Beatles Mania” show |
Kohima was revisited and relived by the rare, unique and memorable oldies of The Beatles presented by the 3 local bands – Cadence, Legame Di Voci and Rahab, on Saturday evening here at The Heritage (Old DC Bungalow).
The memorable musical show was organized under the theme of “The Beatles Mania” by... |
| 30.04.2013 - 00:40 |
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| Sinhala-Tamil New Year in Cairo |
Sri Lanka Embassy in Cairo organized the celebrations of Sinhala – Tamil New Year at Abbasiya Central Sports Club, Cairo on Friday, 19th April 2013 with the support of the Sri Lankan community in Egypt.
The Celebrations commenced with hoisting the National Flag, playing Nation Anthem and lighting t... |
| 30.04.2013 - 00:30 |
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| Sinhala-Tamil New Year in Cairo |
Sri Lanka Embassy in Cairo organized the celebrations of Sinhala – Tamil New Year at Abbasiya Central Sports Club, Cairo on Friday, 19th April 2013 with the support of the Sri Lankan community in Egypt.
The Celebrations commenced with hoisting the National Flag, playing Nation Anthem and lighting t... |
| 30.04.2013 - 00:29 |
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